3rd Annual Rise to the Occasion Invitational Weekend #1
ABOUT
Get ready for the 3rd Annual Rise to the Occasion Invitational – the premier girls’ volleyball event on the East Coast! Mark your calendars for April 3-4, 2026, as top teams battle it out. This high-energy tournament features 16-18 Premier girls’ divisions, guaranteeing five matches per team.
REQUIREMENTS
To be accepted into the tournament, each team must book 5 rooms per night for the duration of the event.
We’ve secured exclusive discounted rates to help keep costs low and create a smooth, unified experience for all the teams.
Teams within 50 miles of the venue are exempt.
Venue
United Sports Complex
1426 Marshallton Thorndale Rd
Downingtown, PA 19335
Travel & Accommodations
Hotel Information
Booking information below with additional options coming soon
Take advantage of our Stay-and-Save program with exclusive hotel discounts for an unforgettable weekend of elite competition. Don’t miss your chance to compete against the best—secure your spot today!
Please include club/team name under ‘organization’ when booking
Home2Suites By Hilton Downingtown
Booking Cutoff Date March 3, 2026
Desmond Hotel Malvern
Booking Cutoff Date March 4, 2026
Hampton Inn Downingtown/Exton
Booking Cutoff Date March 1, 2026
SpringHill Suites West Chester/Exton
Booking Cutoff Date March 1, 2026
Event Links
Schedule
The schedule will be published the Monday prior to the event on VBSchedule.com
Spectator Tickets
Link to purchase will be available closer to the eventAll ticket purchases will be through iPlex
Spectator Information
$40 – 2 day pass
$20 – 1 day pass
Children 9 and under are free
Spectators will be required to upload a selfie or image of themselves when purchasing a ticket. This photo will appear on the QR code scanner at entry to verify your identity.
Additional information can be found here as well as the Privacy Policy.
Team Check-In
All teams must check-in Thursday April 2, 2026, between 6pm-9pm.
**Please ensure coaches emails are correct in AES**
Each coach will receive an email with an individual QR code for entry following team check-in
*Coaches Only*
Results will be posted to AES following the event.